Volek cut by the Chargers

(3/19/12) The Chargers released backup quarterback Billy Volek shortly after they signed QB Charlie Whitehurst on Friday, according to a tweet by the team's director of public relations. Before his release, Volek would have earned $2.75 million plus a $750,000 signing bonus this season, according to a tweet by the San Diego Union-Tribune. The swap will save an estimated $1.5 million in cap space for this season.

Chargers bring back Volek

(7/30/11) San Diego and backup QB Billy Volek agreed to a two-year contract Saturday, bringing the veteran back for sixth season with the club. He hasn't started a game with San Diego, but started 10 games for Tennessee from 2003-05 and has a career passer rating of 84.9.

Volek gets mop-up duty

(10/3/10) Chargers backup QB Billy Volek saw some action in mop-up time against the Cardinals in the Week 4 game. The Chargers blew out Arizona 41-10, and Volek entered the game and completed the only pass he attempted for 8 yards.

Volek sees mop-up duty

(9/20/10) Chargers backup QB Billy Volek saw mop-up action in Week 2 as San Diego beat up on Jacksonville, 38-13. Volek handed the ball off and took a knee for minus-1 yard rushing.

Volek healthy for Monday night

(9/11/10) Chargers backup QB Billy Volek was able to participate in full practice for what was considered a walkthrough on Saturday in preparation for Monday night in Kansas City. Volek (knee) is ready to play in the game.

11/08/2011 23:34Rivers still confident he can turn season around
You don't have to tell Philip Rivers he's struggling. He knows, but he's not ready to give up. The Chargers QB tells Clark Judge he's confident he can right the ship and help San Diego heat up for the stretch run.